QEP - Quality Enhancement Plan

The Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) is a five-year action and implementation plan designed to enhance student learning and further strengthen Trenholm State’s educational mission. The QEP is required by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), the regional accrediting body for the accreditation of degree-granting higher education institutions in the Southeastern states. The Commission’s mission is to maintain the educational quality of colleges throughout the region and help them develop programs to improve learning and success for their students.

WHY ARE WE CREATING A QEP?

Every ten years, all regionally accredited colleges and universities engage in the renewal of their institution’s accreditation. A major part of the reaffirmation process is the development and submission of a QEP to SACSCOC. Trenholm State administrators, faculty, and staff developed enhancements to the developmental mathematics courses and actions to improve student success in these courses. This new program is entitled “Raising the Bar for Math Success.”

DESIRED GOALS AND STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

QEP Goals

Goal 1:

Decrease the percentage of students placing into developmental mathematics by providing intervention activities prior to enrollment

Goal 2:

For students who place in developmental mathematics, increase the percentage of students enrolled in developmental mathematics during their first semester

Goal 3:

Increase success rates of students participating in developmental mathematics

Goal 4:

Increase retention of students participating in developmental mathematics

Goal 5:

Increase the percentage of students completing developmental mathematics who successfully complete the program capstone course (MTH100 or higher) within one year

Course Specific Student Learning Outcomes

Course

Student Learning Outcomes

MTH098

Elementary

Algebra

Solve mathematical problems involving real numbers

Solve problems involving linear equations and inequalities in one variable

Solve a variety of problems related to graphing and writing linear equations in two variables

Solve systems of equations in two variables using a variety of methods

History of
Excellence

For half a century, thousands of students have charted their path to success at Trenholm State Community College. From the 1960s to today, we have been part of the fabric of Montgomery and the River Region, growing to include diverse programs of study, multiple campuses, and online learning. Now, we celebrate the present and move forward with a renewed dedication to our community and the success of our students. We invite you to join us.

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Trenholm State Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. Contact the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Trenholm State Community College.